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Mcefan: /* The LinuxMCE system */

2012-10-20T04:31:20Z

The LinuxMCE system

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	== The LinuxMCE system ==		== The LinuxMCE system ==
	[[User Manual#The LinuxMCE system]] {{#lsth:User Manual\|The LinuxMCE system}}		See [[User Manual#The LinuxMCE system]] section: {{#lsth:User Manual\|The LinuxMCE system}}

	== [[What_can_I_do_with_LinuxMCE%3F\|What can I do with LinuxMCE?]] ==		== [[What_can_I_do_with_LinuxMCE%3F\|What can I do with LinuxMCE?]] ==

Mcefan: /* The LinuxMCE system */

2012-10-20T04:29:07Z

The LinuxMCE system

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	== The LinuxMCE system ==		== The LinuxMCE system ==
	{{#lsth:User Manual\|The LinuxMCE system}}		[[User Manual#The LinuxMCE system]] {{#lsth:User Manual\|The LinuxMCE system}}

	== [[What_can_I_do_with_LinuxMCE%3F\|What can I do with LinuxMCE?]] ==		== [[What_can_I_do_with_LinuxMCE%3F\|What can I do with LinuxMCE?]] ==

Mcefan: /* The LinuxMCE system */

2012-10-20T04:27:12Z

The LinuxMCE system

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	== The LinuxMCE system ==		== The LinuxMCE system ==
	{{#User Manual:The LinuxMCE system}}		{{#lsth:User Manual\|The LinuxMCE system}}

	== [[What_can_I_do_with_LinuxMCE%3F\|What can I do with LinuxMCE?]] ==		== [[What_can_I_do_with_LinuxMCE%3F\|What can I do with LinuxMCE?]] ==

Mcefan at 04:26, 20 October 2012

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-== LinuxMCE components ==
+== The LinuxMCE system ==
-===Core===
+{{#User Manual:The LinuxMCE system}}
-what does it do, what's its role?
+== [[What_can_I_do_with_LinuxMCE%3F|What can I do with LinuxMCE?]] ==
-The Core includes a plug-and-play back-end, so it listens for and auto configures all sorts of devices, like network audio players (e.g. Squeeze Box), IP phones and cameras. The Core can automatically provide a network boot for thin-client PCs (which can then be used as [[Media Directors]]). A Media Director is hooked up to your TV or stereo and becomes an integrated media player, PVR, video conferencing, intercom and portal to monitor and control everything in the home. All Media Directors work together seamlessly as a whole-house solution.
+See [[:Category:Tutorials|Tutorials Category]] for more.
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Mcefan at 01:48, 4 October 2012

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 This page introduces you to the different components of a LinuxMCE system and what you can do with them.
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 == LinuxMCE components ==
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 [[Core|More about the Core]]

Mcefan at 06:28, 30 September 2012

2012-09-30T06:28:22Z

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	This page ~~describes~~ the different components of a LinuxMCE system.		This page introduces you to the different components of a LinuxMCE system and what you can do with them.
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Mcefan at 06:22, 30 September 2012

2012-09-30T06:22:01Z

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	Able to record digital video, automate your home, function as a telephone switching hub for your home (in lieu of a boring intercom system), LinuxMCE ties it all together using an advanced messaging infrastructure [http://wiki.linuxmce.org/index.php/Contacts].		Able to record digital video, automate your home, function as a telephone switching hub for your home (in lieu of a boring intercom system), LinuxMCE ties it all together using an advanced messaging infrastructure [http://wiki.linuxmce.org/index.php/Contacts].

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			This page describes the different components of a LinuxMCE system.
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			== LinuxMCE components ==
	==Core==		===Core===

	The '''Core''' is the heart and brain of the LinuxMCE system. The [[Core]] is a single PC acting as a dedicated server and interface for all the sub-components. The Core includes a plug-and-play back-end, so it listens for and auto configures all sorts of devices, like network audio players (e.g. Squeeze Box), IP phones and cameras. The Core can automatically provide a network boot for thin-client PCs (which can then be used as [[Media Directors]]). A Media Director is hooked up to your TV or stereo and becomes an integrated media player, PVR, video conferencing, intercom and portal to monitor and control everything in the home. All Media Directors work together seamlessly as a whole-house solution.		The '''Core''' is the heart and brain of the LinuxMCE system. The [[Core]] is a single PC acting as a dedicated server and interface for all the sub-components. The Core includes a plug-and-play back-end, so it listens for and auto configures all sorts of devices, like network audio players (e.g. Squeeze Box), IP phones and cameras. The Core can automatically provide a network boot for thin-client PCs (which can then be used as [[Media Directors]]). A Media Director is hooked up to your TV or stereo and becomes an integrated media player, PVR, video conferencing, intercom and portal to monitor and control everything in the home. All Media Directors work together seamlessly as a whole-house solution.
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	[[Core\|More about the Core]]		[[Core\|More about the Core]]

	==Orbiters==		{{p}}

			===Orbiters===

	'''Orbiters''' are high-tech remote controls. LinuxMCE allows a wide variety of devices to function as Orbiters. Ordinary laptops, wireless tablet PCs, PDAs, mobile phones running Symbian or Microsoft Mobile, or any PC with a web interface that is able to connect to your LinuxMCE LAN can be used as an Orbiter.		'''Orbiters''' are high-tech remote controls. LinuxMCE allows a wide variety of devices to function as Orbiters. Ordinary laptops, wireless tablet PCs, PDAs, mobile phones running Symbian or Microsoft Mobile, or any PC with a web interface that is able to connect to your LinuxMCE LAN can be used as an Orbiter.
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	[[Orbiters\|More about Orbiters]]		[[Orbiters\|More about Orbiters]]

	==Media Directors==		{{p}}

			===Media Directors===

	A '''Media Director''' (also known as a '''Media Station''' or '''Media Manager''') is a dedicated PC that streams music and video from the Core to your TV and speakers for an awesome multimedia experience. You can even use it as a Kubuntu PC, right on your TV!		A '''Media Director''' (also known as a '''Media Station''' or '''Media Manager''') is a dedicated PC that streams music and video from the Core to your TV and speakers for an awesome multimedia experience. You can even use it as a Kubuntu PC, right on your TV!
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	[[Media Directors\|More about Media Directors]]		[[Media Directors\|More about Media Directors]]

	==Network Attached Storage (NAS)==		{{p}}

			===Network Attached Storage (NAS)===

	You can extend your Core's storage with an NAS device. LinuxMCE can recognize it and automatically integrate it into the system. Use the NAS for file storage, including your music and video collection, or for PVR functions.		You can extend your Core's storage with an NAS device. LinuxMCE can recognize it and automatically integrate it into the system. Use the NAS for file storage, including your music and video collection, or for PVR functions.
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	[[Network Attached Storage\|More about NAS]]		[[Network Attached Storage\|More about NAS]]

	==Security==		{{p}}

			===Security===

	'''Security''' is a big part of LinuxMCE. Functions include light control, surveillance camera monitoring, and motion detection. Events can be triggered based on detected motion. It can send alerts to your mobile phone. It can set your alarm based on different schedules and scenarios. It can even lock the door when you leave your home.		'''Security''' is a big part of LinuxMCE. Functions include light control, surveillance camera monitoring, and motion detection. Events can be triggered based on detected motion. It can send alerts to your mobile phone. It can set your alarm based on different schedules and scenarios. It can even lock the door when you leave your home.
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	[[Security\|More about Security]]		[[Security\|More about Security]]

	==Telecom==		{{p}}

			===Telecom===

	'''Telecom''' is integrated into LinuxMCE in a sophisticated fashion. The VoIP system provides great flexibility. Each member of your family may have his/her own personal voice mailbox. The system can keep track of where you are in your home and route incoming calls to the nearest phone (or to your mobile phone when you're not at home). Incoming calls automatically pause media, allowing you to take calls without interrupting your relaxation time.		'''Telecom''' is integrated into LinuxMCE in a sophisticated fashion. The VoIP system provides great flexibility. Each member of your family may have his/her own personal voice mailbox. The system can keep track of where you are in your home and route incoming calls to the nearest phone (or to your mobile phone when you're not at home). Incoming calls automatically pause media, allowing you to take calls without interrupting your relaxation time.
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	[[Telecom\|More about Telecom]]		[[Telecom\|More about Telecom]]

	==Home Automation==		{{p}}

			===Home Automation===

	The '''Home Automation''' features of LinuxMCE are convenient and energy-efficient. With Home Automation you can control lights, climate and even the whereabouts of music or video played in your home. Mobile phones can also be turned into remote controls for your entire house.		The '''Home Automation''' features of LinuxMCE are convenient and energy-efficient. With Home Automation you can control lights, climate and even the whereabouts of music or video played in your home. Mobile phones can also be turned into remote controls for your entire house.
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	[[Home Automation\|More about Home Automation]]		[[Home Automation\|More about Home Automation]]

	==Multimedia==		{{p}}

			===Multimedia===
	'''Multimedia''' in LinuxMCE is always available throughout your house. If you have more than one home, you can even join the homes together into a single multimedia/home automation system. Your media will follow you everywhere you go. It will even show your video files on the device closest to you, even if you go from one room or home to another!		'''Multimedia''' in LinuxMCE is always available throughout your house. If you have more than one home, you can even join the homes together into a single multimedia/home automation system. Your media will follow you everywhere you go. It will even show your video files on the device closest to you, even if you go from one room or home to another!

	[[Usage_Intro#Managing_your_media\|More about Multimedia]]		[[Usage_Intro#Managing_your_media\|More about Multimedia]]

	==Personal Computing==		{{p}}

			===Personal Computing===
	'''Personal Computing''' can be done in LinuxMCE. After all, there's an ordinary PC with Kubuntu Linux running in the background, complete with Office suites and all the programs you need for everyday use.		'''Personal Computing''' can be done in LinuxMCE. After all, there's an ordinary PC with Kubuntu Linux running in the background, complete with Office suites and all the programs you need for everyday use.

	[[Personal Computing\|More about Personal Computing]]		[[Personal Computing\|More about Personal Computing]]

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	==Building a new Home around LinuxMCE==		==Building a new Home around LinuxMCE==
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	[[Building_a_new_Home_around_LinuxMCE\|More about Home Construction using LinuxMCE]]		[[Building_a_new_Home_around_LinuxMCE\|More about Home Construction using LinuxMCE]]

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	==What can I do with LinuxMCE?==		==What can I do with LinuxMCE?==

Mcefan at 06:14, 30 September 2012

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PlatypusPedersen: /* Media Directors */ I have never heard Media Station before, but google returned results, so kept it... also added Media Manager as an aka.

2011-07-13T00:34:17Z

Media Directors: I have never heard Media Station before, but google returned results, so kept it... also added Media Manager as an aka.

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	==Media Directors==		==Media Directors==

	A '''Media Director''' (also known as a '''Media Station''') is a dedicated PC that streams music and video from the Core to your TV and speakers for an awesome multimedia experience. You can even use it as a Kubuntu PC, right on your TV!		A '''Media Director''' (also known as a '''Media Station''' or '''Media Manager''') is a dedicated PC that streams music and video from the Core to your TV and speakers for an awesome multimedia experience. You can even use it as a Kubuntu PC, right on your TV!

	[[Media Directors\|More about Media Directors]]		[[Media Directors\|More about Media Directors]]

Chris Caven: /* Telecom */

2010-05-01T15:19:35Z

Telecom

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	==Telecom==		==Telecom==

	'''Telecom''' is integrated into LinuxMCE in a sophisticated fashion. The VoIP system provides great flexibility. Each member of your family may have his/her own personal voice ~~mailboxe~~. The system can keep track of where you are in your home and route incoming calls to the nearest phone (or to your mobile phone when you're not at home). Incoming calls automatically pause media, allowing you to take calls without interrupting your relaxation time.		'''Telecom''' is integrated into LinuxMCE in a sophisticated fashion. The VoIP system provides great flexibility. Each member of your family may have his/her own personal voice mailbox. The system can keep track of where you are in your home and route incoming calls to the nearest phone (or to your mobile phone when you're not at home). Incoming calls automatically pause media, allowing you to take calls without interrupting your relaxation time.

	[[Telecom\|More about Telecom]]		[[Telecom\|More about Telecom]]